Description
A fresh and delightful appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, marinated mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil leaves threaded onto skewers, drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties and gatherings, these Caprese Skewers combine classic Italian flavors in a convenient, bite-sized form.
Ingredients
Scale
Skewers Ingredients
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 24 fresh marinated mozzarella balls (ciliegine size)
- 36 fresh basil leaves
For Drizzling
- 1/3 cup balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread each skewer with the ingredients in the following sequence: one cherry tomato, one basil leaf, one mozzarella ball, another basil leaf, a second mozzarella ball, another basil leaf, and finish with a cherry tomato. This layering balances the flavors and creates an appealing presentation.
- Add the Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle the assembled skewers generously with the balsamic glaze. If you prefer to prepare them ahead of time, you can skip this step, cover the skewers with plastic wrap, and refrigerate them for up to four hours, then drizzle the glaze just before serving to keep them fresh and the glaze vibrant.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor, especially the mozzarella and basil.
- Marinated mozzarella balls add extra flavor but can be substituted with plain mozzarella; just soak them briefly in olive oil, garlic, and herbs if desired.
- Balsamic glaze can be store-bought or homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar until thickened.
- Serve immediately after drizzling the balsamic glaze for optimal taste and presentation.
- Perfect for entertaining and easy to prepare in advance.
